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Imagination Library Progressive Dinner

Sartell - April 26, 2025
St. Cloud - May 3, 2025

 

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Event Details 

 
Imagination Library Progressive Dinner is a multi-course dining experience allowing guests to experience a 4-course dinner prepared by local chefs and hosted in a wide range of homes in either St. Cloud or Sartell.
 
After registering for a themed meal, guests will gather at a reception home for appetizers and drinks. After a short program, guests will begin their "progression" by traveling to a first course home, followed by a different second course home, before returning to the reception home to enjoy desserts.  

 

Imagination Library encourages children to develop a love of reading by providing a FREE, age-appropriate book to every child participating in the program each month from birth until their 5th birthday.

Imagination Library is offered to families who live in United Way of Central Minnesotas service area at no cost and is entirely funded by donations from families, corporations, grants, and fundraisers in Central Minnesota. United Way of Central Minnesota is committed to funding 7,000 children per month. To learn more about United Way's services or to sign up to participate in Imagination Library in Central Minnesota, visit www.unitedwayhelps.org.

 
 
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Cuisine Themes

Sartell Location
April 26, 2025  |  4:00 pm -10:00 pm 

Celebrity Power Couples from 20 Years Ago  (Private Cuisine)- A tribute to 20 years of Imagination Library in Central Minnesota 

What's Your Wager: Welcome to Casino Royale (SOLD OUT) - Join us for a Casino Royale-themed dinner, where high-stakes elegance and intrigue set the stage for an unforgettable night. With lavish cuisine, perfectly shaken martinis, and a hint of espionage in the air, you’ll feel as if you’ve stepped straight into the world of 007.

La Dolce Vita Dinner (SOLD OUT) - Savor the sweet life with an evening of exquisite Italian flavors, fine wine, and warm company.

Kansas City Blues (12 Tickets Available) - Meet us in Kansas City, a city renowned both for its  jazz and blues legacy and smoky barbecue. 

Baseball & BBQ (10 Tickets Available) - Swing for the fences with smoky flavors and classic ballpark bites. Whether you're here for the food or the rivalry, this dinner is a home run!

Oktoberfest (2 Tickets Available) - Celebrate Oktoberfest with traditional German fare, where guests don their Dirndls and Lederhosen for a night of lively festivity. Raise your steins and toast with a hearty "Prost!" as we enjoy delicious food, music, and great company!

Forks & Freeways (SOLD OUT) - Embark on a culinary road trip along the iconic Route 66, where each dish tells the story of America’s heartland— California to Chicago. This dinner takes you on a flavor-packed journey through diverse regional specialties, capturing the spirit of adventure and nostalgia that defines this historic highway.

A Cuban Culinary Escape (SOLD OUT) - Savor the vibrant flavors of Cuba with every bite. Let the rhythm of the island and the aroma of authentic cuisine transport you to the streets of Havana!


St. Cloud Location
May 3, 2025  |  4:00 pm -10:00 pm 

TBD (Private Cuisine) - 

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (8 Tickets Available) - Step into the Wizarding World for a night of magic, mystery, and mouthwatering feasts! Join your house, earn points, and compete for the ultimate Triwizard Dinner Cup!

The Godfather (SOLD OUT) - Enter a world of family, loyalty, and fine dining—where every bite is an offer you can’t refuse!

A Taste of Ireland  (10 Tickets Available) - Experience the warmth and richness of Irish cuisine, where traditional dishes bring the flavors of the Emerald Isle to life. This evening offers a delicious journey through Ireland's culinary heritage.

Under the Sea (10 Tickets Available) - Take a deep dive into a sea of flavor with a feast overflowing with fresh seafood. Join us for a night of ocean-inspired dining, where every bite is a splash of something delicious!

Traveling the Italian Countryside (4 Tickets Available) - Journey through the rolling hills of Italy with a feast inspired by its charming countryside. Savor rustic flavors, fine wine, and the warmth of an authentic Italian escape—no passport required!

A Christmas to Dine For (2 Tickets Available) - Dust off your best (or ugliest) holiday sweater or most festive attire and raise a glass to the most wonderful time of the year! Enjoy a festive feast paired with seasonal cocktails, merry music, and plenty of holiday magic.

World Street Foods: (SOLD OUT)  - Take your taste buds for a journey and stamp your passport with small bites from Peru to Los Angeles, Manila to Morocco, Seoul to Barcelona, and more. Seasoned explorers and new adventurers welcome! 

Additional Information

Tickets

Ticket Sales will open on March 24th for Sponsors and March 25th for the general public.

Call 320-223-7995 to purchase your tickets.  

Cost: $150 per person -- this includes your appetizers, first course, main course, dessert, and all beverages. 

 

Questions?
If you have any questions about our  Imagination Library Progressive Dinner event please call Sam Switzer at 320-229-3511 or email sswitzer@unitedwayhelps.org
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Sponsors

We are currently looking for sponsors for our 2025 event. If you would like to become an Imagination Library Progressive Dinner sponsor please contact Sam Switzer: sswitzer@unitedwayhelps.org

Executive Chef Level:

Cuisine Level:

Jim & Kathy Parsons
John & Nancy Bartlett

Library Level:
Granite Partners
Lathrop GPM
Marco

Child Level:
Heavy Iron Sales
Hydrostat
Kwik Trip
Magnifi Financial
Pantown Brewing Company
Rinke Noonan
Sentry Bank